…catalysts for economic activity. The Strengthening Local Processing Act will make it possible for these businesses to grow and expand,” CFRA Policy Director Johnathan Hladik said in a press release….
Freezing Avocado Shoots: the ‘Han Solo Treatment’ Security Blanket
…frozen shoot tip. “It’s a fully rooted plant and there’s 80 of those. We’re planning on planting those out to use in a field trial this year,” O’Brien explained The…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 10-08-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers an expansion of the Housing for the Harvest program, details for the upcoming…
Housing for the Harvest Continues to Reach Rural Communities
The Housing for the Harvest Program created by Governor Newsom is making its way to more agriculture communities. The program provides temporary hotel housing for farm workers and food processors…
Almond Update: Virtual Conference Set to Mimic Past Events
…through 10. With this year’s online setting, the Almond Board is continuing to work hard to maintain the professionalism and engagement of all past conferences. In fact, similar to past…
The Western View: Compared to 1876, This Election is Tame
We’ve seen some messy elections in this country. The Bush-Gore campaign of 2000 was one of the most contentious in history. But the title of messiest election belongs to the…
Keeping Your Kitchen Waste Out of the Landfill
Some things you can do with kitchen waste to keep it out of the landfill. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Luckily, kitchen waste falls into many categories…
Enhancing Food Safety Through U.S.-Mexico Partnership
…actions of health surveillance and verification measures.” The Statement of Intent is in line with previous collaborative efforts for enhancing food safety. The FDA, SENASICA, and COFEPRIS already have a…
PRICE Act Looks to Improve Cattle Market Conditions
The Price Reform in Cattle Economics (PRICE) Act was recently introduced in the House of Representatives. The act is a means for improving cattle market conditions. Representative Dusty Johnson introduced…
NRCS Names Priority Watershed Areas to Receive Financial Assistance
…will receive assistance for improving water quality across California. NRCS will be working to provide financial and technical resources to producers in the targeted areas. “We see a positive impact…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-07-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers soybeans proving to be a viable material for concrete sealant, USTR Chief Negotiator…
The California Kitchen: Untamed Brussels Sprouts
Untamed Brussels Sprouts In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Untamed Brussels Sprouts with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB Brussels…
What Plants You Need to Water Before Winter
What plants to water before winter. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Many plants die from dehydration as well as cold winter temperatures. Continue to water trees, shrubs…
Canada Implementing New Romaine Rules for Salinas Valley Growers
Growers in the Salinas Valley will now be working under new romaine rules when exporting produce to Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is implementing new import protocols aimed…